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At T.F. O’Brien, We Love Our Customers!

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Welcome to the February edition of Kerry’s Monthly Message. We hope you’re having a great month so far – and are keeping warm! We’ve had some wild winter weather this year, and it sure has made our heating systems work extra-hard! If you’re concerned about how your furnace or boiler is operating, you should know you can always give T.F. O’Brien a call. We’ll be happy to help, no matter what your home comfort need.

Is your furnace or boiler ready for the demands of winter? Find out if winter heat loss is making your furnace work too hard. And, oftentimes, severe weather and power outages go hand-in-hand. A generator can help ensure that your home doesn’t lose power, and your family stays safe! Find out how we can help you get one. Plus, all of us at T.F. O’Brien are pleased to announce that we have been named winners of the 2014 Angie’s List Super Service Award. The Angie’s List Super Service Award is given to companies that have met strict eligibility requirements. These requirements include maintaining an overall A on Angie’s List, staying in good standing with Angie’s List, and abiding by Angie’s List guidelines. What this means for you, our valued customer, is that you can always count on us to provide you with superior products and customer service.

And don’t forget – our Shamrock Savings event is happening now! Find out how you can save now until St. Patrick’s Day on new home comfort equipment.

We hope you have a great February! Thanks for reading!

Kerry

Welcome 2015 from T.F. O’Brien!

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Happy New Year From Our Family to Yours

Happy New Year from all of us here at T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating! We hope you and your family had a great holiday season. Winter is settling in here on Long Island – it’s good to know you can rely on us for all of your home comfort  needs! You can count on us to keep you warm all winter long, and help you maintain energy efficiency as well.

When the colder weather rolls around, you might start thinking about energy efficiency in your home, and how taking a whole-house approach can be beneficial. Another way to help the people in your home enjoy the best comfort levels and the best energy efficiency is with wi-fi thermostats – they can keep you comfortable at your ultimate convenience – and ultimately save you money on your energy bills! And, don’t forget about the many heating services we offer to our customers. Whether you need repair, maintenance or installation, we can help!

Best wishes to you and yours for a very happy New Year. May 2015 be the best year ever for you and your family. Thanks for reading!

Kerry

Happy Holidays from T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating

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Warm Homes and Warm Wishes From T. F. O’Brien

It’s hard to believe, but the holiday season is upon us, and 2014 is coming to a close. We hope you’ve had a wonderful year full of family, friends and successes. We’d like to take this opportunity to let you know how much we appreciate you, our valued customer. Thank you for choosing us year after year.

When winter rolls around, we know your thoughts turn to heating your home. We want you to know that there are many ways T.F. O’Brien can help you stay warm. Whether you need furnace repair, a new boiler or have a tight space for your heating equipment and need a solution T.F. O’Brien is ready to assist you. Our technicians are NATE-certified so you know you can count on us for reliable service for your heating system  And, we install quality, innovative products in your home, so you can trust that when you have to install new equipment, we’ll help you get the best for your needs.

All of us at T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating hope your days are merry and bright! Best wishes to you for an absolutely wonderful holiday, and a happy New Year.

Thanks for reading!

Kerry

We’re Thankful You’re Our Customer!

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Happy Thanksgiving to Our Long Island HVAC Customers!

Welcome to the November Letter from Kerry. The holiday season is fast approaching, and this is the time of year our thoughts turn to turkey with all the trimmings! And, we hope you know all of us at T.F. O’Brien are thankful for our customers!

At T.F. O’Brien, we work hard to make sure you’re comfortable – and saving money on your utility bills. If you could benefit from a high-efficiency Carrier heating system in your home, there’s no better time than the present, because we’re offering you a chance to save money with the Carrier Cool Cash rebate. But you have to act fast – this offer ends soon!

This month, click here to learn about variable speed furnaces – learn how they can save you money on your energy bills while improving your home comfort. And, click to find out more about smart thermostats that you can control right from your computer or smartphone!

Best wishes for a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! Thanks for reading.

Kerry

Schedule Your Fall Heating Tune-Up with T. F. O’Brien!

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Get Ready for Cooler Days by Installing a High Efficiency Heating System

Welcome to the October Letter from Kerry. We hope you’re enjoying your fall so far, and are enjoying the beauty of the fall landscape. Have you called to schedule your fall heating tune-up yet? If not, there’s no better time than the present!

This month, we’re still talking about Carrier Cool Cash – it’s a great way to get the high-efficiency home comfort system you need, and save some money in the process. You can save energy and money when you install a high-efficiency heating system, like the Carrier Infinity Series gas furnace with Greenspeed Intelligence.

Do you have problems with basement flooding, and worry about how that affects your boiler? T.F. O’Brien is pleased to provide customers with an alternate solution – a wall-hung boiler. Click here to find out how they work, and if one is the right choice for your home.

We hope you have a fantastic October. Thanks for reading!

Kerry

Need Heating & Air Conditioning for Your Long Island, NY Business? Count on T.F. O’Brien

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We are a Leading Commercial HVAC Company on Long Island

One of the most important behind-the-scenes players at your business or organization isn’t a person – it’s your commercial heating and cooling system. If your system is working well, the chances are pretty good that your employees take their comfort for granted. But did you know that if your system isn’t working that great, it could result in reduced productivity? Making sure your commercial space is adequately heated in the winter and cooled in the summer is one of the simplest ways you can help your employees feel good about coming to work. When you need help with your commercial heating system or your commercial air conditioning, you can rely on T.F. O’Brien to help you.

We’re a business ourselves, so we know how important it is to employees that they’re able to work in a comfortable environment. In fact, in a study conducted by the national research firm Reed Elsevier Group PLC, businesses with better indoor climate conditions see increased productivity among employees, as well as increased potential for monetary gain. The study found that, generally, the salaries of workers in commercial buildings in the United States exceed a building’s operating costs by a factor of 100 – and overall, improved working efficiency could yield U.S. businesses between $20 and $200 billion. But how can you know if your commercial air conditioning system or your commercial heating unit is doing its job?

Getting commercial heating and cooling maintenance from a qualified HVAC contractor is probably the best way you can be sure your system is running as it should be, and keeping your building at the optimal level of comfort for your employees and your clients alike. When you have an annual maintenance plan, your commercial heating and cooling system will get the service it needs to keep running its best twice yearly (once for your heating system, once for cooling). Commercial heating and cooling tune-ups are designed to keep your system running at maximum efficiency, and working at top condition. When you know your commercial system is operating at its best, you’ll also know your employees are comfortable.

At T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating, we’re pleased to offer businesses and organizations throughout the Long Island, NY area the commercial heating and air conditioning services they need in order to help their employees enjoy year-round comfort. Not only can we provide you with the commercial heating and air conditioning maintenance you need, but our skilled technicians can also provide you with expert installation and repair services. If your system isn’t operating properly, they’ll be able to quickly diagnose and troubleshoot any repairs your system might need. If it’s time to replace your commercial heating or air conditioning, our technicians will be happy to install commercial systems from the most trusted brands in the commercial HVAC industry. We’ve been helping companies with their commercial HVAC needs for more than 80 years because we believe that keeping customers satisfied is the best way to do business.

When you count on T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating for the commercial heating and air conditioning needs of your Long Island, NY business, you can rest assured that we’ll work hard to provide for all of your needs. As a full-service commercial HVAC contractor, we’re pleased to offer:

T.F. O’Brien provides the ultimate in service to our commercial customers, the best training to our technicians, and high-quality commercial Carrier equipment to meet your business or organization’s commercial heating or air conditioning needs. You can count on us to get you the products and services your company needs to help keep your employees comfortable all year long. If you need help with your commercial heating system, or your commercial air conditioning, give T.F. O’Brien Cooling & Heating a call. Simply contact us at 516.488.1800, and we’ll be more than happy to help with the commercial heating and air conditioning needs of your Long Island, NY business or organization.

Go Duct-Free in your Long Island, NY Home

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Learn How a Ductless System Can Help You Heat a Room or Outbuilding

If you’ve converted a basement into a living space, built an addition, or have a sun porch you’d like to use year-round, you probably know comfort in those rooms can be an issue. But, it can be hard to heat or cool these areas of your Long Island, NY home because they lack ductwork, making it difficult to tie your home comfort system into those spaces. You might not like the look – or the inconvenience – of bulky window AC units, and you might be concerned about the safety issues attached to space heaters. So what can you do to make those spaces of your home without ductwork more livable?

If your home is lacking ductwork, or there’s a particular room in your house that is too warm or cold, a ductless heating and cooling system is the perfect solution. You might be thinking ductless isn’t right for your Long Island, NY home because it isn’t as inconspicuous as heating and cooling with ducts, but that’s a common misconception. Ductless systems work well as long as your space has walls and a ceiling, as the units are mounted up in a high spot on the wall to fully circulate the air to all corners of the room.

And, with ductless, you won’t have a bulky system hanging out of your window like you would with a window AC unit, or a unit taking up an outlet and sitting in the middle of your room like you would with a space heater.  Even better, ductless heating and cooling systems provide all the efficiency of a standard HVAC system, but because of the lack of ductwork, they’re quiet and tucked out of the way.

Aside from their inconspicuous nature, there are several other advantages to installing a ductless system in your home. Here are just a few additional reasons why you might want to choose ductless heating and cooling options for your Long Island, NY home:

Better Comfort: Ductless systems are made to move cooled and heated air efficiently and evenly through your room. Just one unit can heat and cool a fairly large living space, which makes them a perfect choice for homes with open floor plans.

Energy Savings: Ductless systems are much more efficient than space heaters and window AC units, and even provide better efficiency than electric heat in many instances. You’ll save money on your utility bills when you choose to go ductless.

Heating & Cooling Combo: You’ll be comfortable all year round when you install a ductless heating and cooling system. Your system will offer AC when you need it during those sweltering summer months, and heat when the temperatures outside turn chilly.

No Messy Construction: Because your ductless system doesn’t require invasive ductwork installation, you’ll be able to enjoy hassle-free home comfort quickly, and without the need for a messy remodeling project.

Better Indoor Air Quality: Ductless cooling and heating systems offer improved filtration, meaning dust, pollen, germs, mildew and odors are better mitigated, and fresh, healthier air is circulated around your home.

At T.F. O’Brien, we understand that not all homes are created equal and that’s why we want to make sure you have the best fit for your heating and cooling systems. Being in the industry for 80 years, our team is skilled and qualified to handle all services dealing with ductless ac and heating, which is why we provide a full range of services for the ductless system in your Long Island, NY home, including:

So whether you are looking for an effective and aesthetic option for your house to stay cool in the hot months and keep warm when the weather gets chilly, or ductwork is just improbable in your Long Island, NY home, a ductless system is the right solution for you. Count on T.F. O’Brien to get you set up with the system that works best for your home by calling 516.488.1800 and setting up an appointment with one of our technicians today.

Basement Flooding a Concern? Choose a Wall-Hung Boiler

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Having a Boiler That is Off the Floor Can Protect Your Home Heating Investment

If your basement is prone to flooding, you’ve probably already had to deal with the heartache of losing belongings, dealing with mold and mildew concerns, and replacing ruined equipment. At T.F. O’Brien, we understand what it’s like to contend with a flooded basement, and we saw too many of our customers lose their home comfort equipment when the devastating hurricanes hit us. That’s why we’re always looking for new ways to help you stay comfortable – and save money. We stay focused on new comfort solutions so that we can offer our customers the latest innovations in home comfort. That’s why we’re happy to provide wall-hung boiler systems.

How can a wall-hung boiler system be the optimal choice for your home? Well, one of the main benefits is right in the name – the fact that the boiler hangs on the wall. Wall-hung boilers bring the boiler up off the floor, which provides a safety net from such occurrences as basement floor moisture and flooding. But, you might not think wall-hung boilers are as efficient and effective as traditional boiler systems. For its smaller, more compact size, most wall-hung units are more than 90 percent efficient, and they provide a generous output for a standard home’s heating and hot water supply. Additionally, they offer quiet operation and can cut fuel consumption and gas emissions in comparison to conventional heating systems.

Aside from the obvious benefit of bringing the boiler up off the floor, wall-hung boilers can save you on space, because most of these systems are packaged. That means that all of the components, such as sensors, microcomputers and condensing units, that might be on the outside in a traditional system are completely built-in. Their compact size means they can be installed in areas in your basement where larger boilers might not fit. When you choose to work with T.F.  O’Brien for your wall-hung boiler system, you can count on service after the sale, because we also provide boiler maintenance and repair services:

Wall-Hung Boiler Maintenance: If you want to make sure your boiler is operating at its best, then you’ll want to consider boiler maintenance. We’ll be happy to fully explain the details of our maintenance programs to you, which are designed to help your wall-hung boiler achieve peak performance, helping you save on future energy bills and repair costs.

Wall-Hung Boiler Repair: Boiler breakdowns never happen at a convenient time, but if it happens to you, our highly trained technicians can help. They’ll provide a comprehensive evaluation of your boiler, and show you the best boiler repair solution to make your home as comfortable and energy efficient as possible. Your boiler repair will be taken care of quickly.

What’s more, when you choose to install a wall-hung boiler, you’ll enjoy greater energy efficiency in your home as well. The wall-hung boilers we install provide you with high-efficiency for unparalleled savings. They’re made to increase the percentage of heat that stays in your home and contributes to your comfort. This concept is known as the boiler’s annual fuel utilization efficiency, or AFUE. The higher the AFUE, the better efficiency the boiler offers. At T.F. O’Brien, we offer you wall-hung boilers that are ENERGY STAR® rated and have up to a 95.5 percent AFUE rating. These boilers are economical, reliable and compact, offering you the best in performance and efficiency.

Wall-hung boilers are built to provide better home comfort along with better energy efficiency compared to that old boiler you probably have in your home. A more efficient boiler system means that you and your family can be more comfortable, and you pay less on your utility bills. When you call T.F. O’Brien, one of our highly trained home comfort specialists will answer any questions you might have about a wall-hung boiler installation, and they’ll show you the benefits of how installing one now will start saving you money this winter, and for years to come. And, there are often incentives from your utility company attached to installing high-efficiency equipment – we’ll help you find out if there are any savings available to you!

When you need a wall-hung boiler for your home, you can trust the experts at T.F. O’Brien to provide you with the perfect unit for your home and lifestyle. With a wall-hung boiler installation, you’ll be able to enjoy worry-free heating, because you’ll know your equipment will be safe in the event of basement flooding. And, you’ll enjoy high-efficiency comfort – giving you peace of mind and helping you save on those utility bills. To learn more about how we can install the wall-hung boiler you need, just give us a call at 516.488.1800, and we’ll be more than happy to help you with your home comfort needs.

Save Energy with a High-Efficiency Heating System from T.F. O’Brien

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Learn What a High Efficiency Heating System Can Do for You and Your Energy Bill

 

Winter wonderlands are certainly beautiful, but the cold temperatures that allow for crystalline landscapes covered in a soft blanket of snow also make heating your home a necessity. You’re probably painfully aware that the more you need to run your furnace in the winter months, the higher your utility bill is going to be. And, if your furnace is 10 years old or more, the chances that you’re spending more than you need to be on heating are pretty good. Why? Furnaces have made some great advances in recent years, leaving the efficiency of older furnaces in the dust. Where 70 percent efficiency was once considered high, modern furnaces can achieve 90 percent plus efficiency.

At T.F. O’Brien, we make it a priority to help people get the furnace they need to heat their home and maintain energy efficiency. We proudly offer quality Carrier® products that are made to provide optimal home heating and energy efficiency, starting with the Carrier Infinity Series gas furnace with Greenspeed™ Intelligence. This furnace provides the best in comfort, performance and efficiency – up to 98.5 percent! That means that 98.5 percent of the energy used by this furnace stays right in your home, with only 1.5 percent of the energy escaping. Compare that to the 30 percent or higher loss by older furnaces, and you can see how today’s technological advances can help you save on your energy bills.

When you choose the Carrier Infinity Series gas furnace with Greenspeed Intelligence, you’re choosing a furnace that is among the quietest and most efficient models of gas furnaces you can purchase. Because of Greenspeed Intelligence, which helps the furnace adapt to exactly what your home needs for heat, these furnaces offer unprecedented comfort and economy. In fact, they achieved the ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient qualification. And, when you choose to install high-efficiency equipment like the Carrier Infinity Series gas furnace with Greenspeed Intelligence, you could be eligible for rebates from the manufacturer, as well as your utility company. Check with your utility provider and T.F. O’Brien to learn how you can save.

More About High Efficiency Furnaces

No matter what kind of high-efficiency heating system you install, you should know that all systems require a great deal of energy to even operate. That’s why choosing a high-efficiency furnace model is a good idea, because the more efficiently your system runs, the better off you’ll be when it comes to your utility bills and your level of home comfort. According to NYSERDA, highly rated ENERGY STAR furnaces, like the Carrier Infinity Series gas furnace with Greenspeed Intelligence, provide you with the biggest bang for your buck. NYSERDA indicates that ENERGY STAR certified furnaces use advanced technology and are up to 15 percent more efficient that standard models. So, you know the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient qualification means that this furnace gives you the high efficiency you need for your comfort – and your budget.

NYSERDA also says that if you want to make your high-efficiency furnace even more efficient, sealing and insulating your furnace ducts can help improve the efficiency of your heating system by as much as 20 percent! When you couple that with a 98.5 percent efficiency furnace, you can see that you’ll save money on your utility bills, and increase your family’s comfort all winter long. NYSERDA also indicates that making sure your furnace is sized properly for your home is also important. Either oversized or undersized equipment uses too much energy, decreases your level of home comfort, and shortens equipment life. Also, they suggest that you check your furnace’s air filters on a monthly basis during heavy-use times (like cold winters), and that you replace your filters at least every three months.

If you’re still not sure if a high-efficiency heating system is right for your home and your lifestyle, or if you want to learn more about the quality equipment we install and how we can put it to work for you and your family, just give us a call and we’ll send one of our comfort specialists to your home to discuss our various high-efficiency furnace models. We can help you install a high-efficiency heating system – and save money now and for years to come when you choose to do so. You don’t have to pay high utility bills all winter long – today’s heating systems have the advanced technology you need to stay comfortable and keep more money in your wallet. To find out more, call T. F. O’Brien at 516.488.1800, and we will be more than happy to help you discover the benefits a high-efficiency heating system can bring to your home.

Welcome, September, from T. F. O’Brien!

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Find HVAC Deals When the Peak Season is Ending and New Season is Beginning

Welcome to the September Letter from Kerry. We hope you’re finding it easy to get back into the routine of daily life, and that the kids had a smooth transition back to school. Fall will soon be here – are you ready for the change of seasons?
Our end-of-season sale is coming to a close, and while you can take advantage of some great savings as a result of this sale, we’ll still help you save, even if you’re not sure before the sale ends. That’s because even when this offer goes away, we can still help you save on select systems with Carrier Cool Cash.
If you choose to take advantage of our end-of-season sale, you’ll be able to save up to $3,470. Here’s how we do that for you:
$1,350 System Rebate (on select systems)
$1,000 Utility Rebate
10-Year Warranty – $500 Value
Two Years of Seasonal Tune-Ups – $270 Value
AC Cover – $100 Value
Wi-Fi Thermostat – $250 Value
If you’re still thinking about getting a new system, but can’t decide before this sale ends on 9/28/14, Cool Cash will still be an option for you. Here’s how you can save up to $2,550:
$1,350 Fall Cool Cash Rebate
$1,000 Utilities Rebate
$200 T.F. O’Brien Instant Rebate
The Cool Cash offer is valid 9/29/14 through 11/15/14. For more details on either of these offers, contact our office and we will be more than happy to help you.
If you own a generator, did you know that we can help you with any maintenance or repair needs it might require? At T.F. O’Brien, we can help you with all of your maintenance needs. Fall tune-up season is upon us – make sure you give us a call and schedule your appointment.
Have a great September, and thank you for reading!
Kerry